Comparison

Remote4 vs MotionEyeOS Client

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Remote4

View your RTSP cameras in real-time and control connected devices with custom buttons. This free app allows for multiple camera feeds and interactive controls, ideal for IoT enthusiasts and home automation.

Highlights
  • Real-time RTSP camera viewing
  • HTTP/HTTPS request buttons for device control
  • Multi-camera support via VLC
  • Customizable UI elements (buttons, text, emojis)
  • Copy/paste controls for backup and sharing
  • Remote configuration via JSON URL
  • JSON data source integration
Features
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Remote 4 is designed to view your RTSP Cameras on real time, while at the same time having buttons that send HTTP/HTTPS requests to, for example, open a garage door or turn a light on. Features: - FREE and No ads: this is a non profit app to be used by IOT enthusiasts and regular users around the world. - Ultra solid Multi Camera support: using VLC (very fast and reliable camera feeds) - UI elements: Buttons and Dynamic Text/Emoji labels. - Multiple Controls: You can have as many controls as you want and switch them from home screen. - Copy and Paste controls: To backup and share you controls with others - Configuration file: set up a json url to remotely config your controls. - Add JSON data sources and show information on your controls - Design controls with a simple yet powerful UI - Help button: with examples to learn how to use the app.

About

MotionEyeOS Client

This application provides a straightforward and secure way to access your MotionEyeOS surveillance system on iOS devices. It supports HTTP Basic Authentication and RSA encryption for local storage, ensuring your video feeds are protected.

Highlights
  • MotionEyeOS client
  • HTTP Basic Authentication support
  • RSA encryption for local storage
  • Secure access on iOS
  • Supports iPhone and iPad
Features
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MotionEyeOS Client is the ultimate companion app for your MotionEyeOS security camera system. Connect to your self-hosted MotionEyeOS or MotionEye servers directly from your phone or tablet. Monitor your home, office, or property from anywhere with a secure, fast connection. Features: - Easy Setup: Just enter your server address and credentials to connect instantly. - Multiple Cameras: Monitor up to 3 cameras on the free plan, unlimited with Premium. - Secure Connections: Supports HTTPS and basic authentication for secure access. - Multi-Language Support: Available in 10 languages worldwide. - Clean Interface: Simple, intuitive design for quick camera access. Start monitoring your security cameras today with MotionEyeOS Client! Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/motioneyeosclient/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/motioneyeosclient/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Remote44 screens
MotionEyeOS Client4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remote4 at 61% against MotionEyeOS Client's 13%. Remote4 also leads on rating (3.9 vs 2.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. MotionEyeOS Client sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Remote4 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote4 holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 25 and 9 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of Remote4's written reviews are positive against 13% of MotionEyeOS Client's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote4 ships an update every 3 months, MotionEyeOS Client every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Remote4 versus MotionEyeOS Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote4MotionEyeOS Client
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (25 ratings) — better2.1 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews61.1% of reviews — better13.3% of reviews
Number of ratings25 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMaximo CavazzaniCloudSpirit Limited

Customer experience

Remote4

All ratings25 ratings
Positive76.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative24.0%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive61.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative38.9%

MotionEyeOS Client

All ratings9 ratings
Positive11.1%
Neutral22.2%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive13.3%
Neutral26.7%
Negative60.0%

In-app purchases

None

Remote4

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

MotionEyeOS Client

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Yearly$14.991 Year

Questions

Is Remote4 free?
Remote4 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MotionEyeOS Client free?
MotionEyeOS Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Remote4 or MotionEyeOS Client?
Remote4 is rated higher. Remote4 averages 3.9 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while MotionEyeOS Client averages 2.1 from 9 ratings.
Do Remote4 or MotionEyeOS Client have ads?
MotionEyeOS Client shows ads; Remote4 does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote4 or MotionEyeOS Client?
Remote4 ships an update every 3 months, and MotionEyeOS Client every 11 months. Most recently, Remote4 was updated on October 11, 2026 and MotionEyeOS Client on October 3, 2026.

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